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Representative Duties, Responsibilities, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities of the Superintendent / President

Duties & Responsibilities

The incumbent will:

plan, organize, control and direct the overall administration of the College; assure the College is administered in accordance with the policies adopted by the Board of Trustees and in accordance with the College mission of supporting and promoting student learning.

inform the Board of operations and state of the College on an ongoing basis.

provide leadership and direction in the instructional and support programs.

oversee and participate in the overall planning and development of the College.

provide for a strategic plan to properly position the College for the future.

study and recommend items to the Board for policy consideration; review and approve Board agenda items prior to publication.

explain various aspects of the College to the community, and ensure that College staff is informed of educational needs of the community.

plan, develop, and direct the maintenance of a continuous community relations program, in accordance with established policies; develop and maintain communication network with all college/program personnel regarding all aspects of operations.

represent the District to/with other community, business, and governmental agencies. Supervise, coordinate, and evaluate general activities of executive staff or other administrative personnel; assign, supervise, and evaluate personnel allocated to the college/program; evaluate staff performance and review evaluations; analyze staff utilization needs; ensure that equal education/employment opportunity is available to all students and employees.

consult with appropriate members of the College staff and recommend to the Governing Board personnel for employment.

submit the College budget recommendations to the Board; assure institutional fiscal responsibility.

provide leadership in research and evaluation, and stimulate improvement of the College program.

participate in local, State and national organizations related to community college education; recommend positions on legislative and legal issues.

provide leadership in maintaining accreditation with appropriate agencies and associations.

assure that the College operates within the bounds of College policy, local, State, and federal law and Board of Governors regulations.

perform related duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

The incumbent should possess knowledge of:

philosophy, purposes, curriculums, procedures, student services, and the community appropriate to the mission and role of the College in the community

principles of organization, personnel and fiscal management, and educational research and evaluation

principles and practices of administration, supervision, and training

human relations related to the campus and community

legislative and administrative laws related to community college

strategic planning methods and practices

budget preparation and control

oral and written communication skills

interpersonal skills using tact, patience, and courtesy

The incumbent should possess the ability to:

provide leadership, sense of purpose, and enthusiasm for the College and the community

adopt and adapt new ideas and procedures appropriate to the improvement and efficiency of the college

maintain college planning and operations within the fiscal resources of the District

encourage and oversee the development and implementation of a District-wide educational master plan

plan and organize work

prepare and deliver oral and written presentations

communicate effectively both orally and in writing

establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others

orient, supervise, and evaluate personnel

analyze situations accurately and adopt an effective course of action

develop efficient network of media communications within the District and the community to enhance and improve the institution’s image as a leader in community college educational offerings, community services, and other programs suitable for diverse cultures and different socioeconomic groups